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Kona Glassbottom Boat & Guided Coral Reef Tour with Marine Naturalist

Glass bottom boat

Reviewed by: James Henderson

Great experience!!!! Tour guide was very knowledgeable, experienced, super friendly, and accommodating! Loved this!

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We are happy you enjoyed the tour. Hope you will join us again!
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Kailua Bay Charter
The Glass Bottom Boat

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Posted on: 2017/10/21
Activity Date: 2017/10/18

マンタ大学夜学部 野生のマンタ&ナイトシュノーケリングツアー <送迎可/日本語スタッフ乗船日あり>

I was super excited with my dad! I was very satisfied! 父と一緒に大興奮!大満足!

Reviewed by: maO

I participated with my father, who is over 60 years old. We were extremely excited and satisfied to see manta rays gracefully spinning right in front of us! The boat sped quickly to the manta observation point, and while we waited for the manta rays, the gentle rocking of the waves made some people feel a bit queasy, but it was a safe activity. It was a tour with a Japanese guide, and nearly half of the participants were Japanese.

It's definitely not cheap, but I can recommend this tour to family and friends of all ages!

60歳すぎの父と二人で参加しました。マンタが目の前でヒラヒラ回転するマンタに大興奮で大満足です!マンタの観察ポイントまで船で猛スピードで飛ばして行くのと、波に揺られながらマンタを待つ間の絶妙な揺れで何人かの人は気分が悪くなってしまっていましたが、安全なアクティビティです。日本語ガイド付きのツアーでしたが、参加者の半分弱が日本人でした。
決して安くはありませんが、家族にも友人にも幅広い年代の方にオススメできるツアーです!

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ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Manta University! I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed the night snorkeling with the mantas. Please feel free to invite your family and friends to join us next time! MAHALO!!

ALOHA!! この度はマンタ大学にご参加いただきありがとうございました!マンタとのナイトシュノーケルをお楽しみ頂けたようで何よりです。是非次回もご家族やお友達をお誘いになって遊びにいらしてください!MAHALO!!

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Posted on: 2017/10/21
Activity Date: 2017/09/27

ハワイ島 サーフィンレッスン カハルウビーチパークで波乗り体験!グループからマンツーマンのプライベートレッスンあり<英語インストラクター/現地集合>

It was my first challenge, but I succeeded! 初挑戦でしたが、立てました!

Reviewed by: グーフィー

We participated as three siblings, and all of us were able to stand. The teachers were very kind and taught us well. Although none of us could speak much English, they used very simple words and gestures to communicate, so we didn't have any trouble.

姉弟三人で参加しましたが、全員立てました。
先生たちが、とても親切に教えてくれます。3人ともほとんど英語が話せませんが、ごく簡単な言葉やジェスチャーを交えて教えてくれるので、困りませんでした。

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Posted on: 2017/10/21
Activity Date: 2017/10/09

ハワイ島 乗馬ツアー コハラ・コーストの牧場をゆったり乗馬! <午前・午後/英語ガイド>by ナアラパ・ステーブルズ

It was more fun than I expected! ☆ 思ったよりたのしかった☆

Reviewed by: AKKIE.O

I actually wanted to go horseback riding in Waipi'o Valley, but I couldn't make a reservation, so I gave up. I was able to make a reservation for horseback riding at the ranch, so I participated here instead. They didn't speak any Japanese at all, but they explained things in simple English with smiles, so I hardly had any trouble. They provide Western boots, socks, parkas, jackets, and bags, so you can go hands-free without any issues. I left my valuables with them, but I took a drink, camera, and phone in my bag. Sneakers would be fine, but I think it's better to borrow boots. I had my own socks, so I wore those. Did we ride for about 1.5 hours? We galloped and trotted around the vast ranch grounds. Since my husband was almost a beginner, I thought we would just walk, but he looked at the situation and asked if we wanted to try running, and we did a few times. The horses do gauge people to some extent, but they are calm and listen well, so I wasn't particularly worried. They smiled and said, "Come back again next year!" Thank you very much! I want to come again!

本当はワイピオ渓谷での乗馬をしたかったけど、予約が取れず断念。
牧場での乗馬の予約が取れたのでこちらに参加しました。
日本語は全く通じませんでしたが、簡単な英語で、笑顔で説明などしてくれて、ほとんど困りませんでした。
ウエスタンブーツ、靴下、パーカー、ジャケット、バッグなど貸してくれるので手ぶらで問題なしです。
貴重品は預けましたが、バッグに飲み物とカメラ、携帯を入れて持っていきました。
スニーカーでもいいでしょうが、ブーツは借りたほうがいいと思います。
靴下は持っていたので自分のを履きました。
1.5時間、めいっぱい乗ってたかな?
広大な牧場の敷地内を駆け足したり、速足したり。
夫がほぼ初めてだったので、歩くだけかなと思っていたら、こちらの様子をみて、
やってみる?と聞いてくれて、何度が走ったり。
馬もある程度人を見ますが、おとなしく、いうこと聞いてくれるので、特に心配もありませんでした。
来年もまた来てね!と笑顔^^
ありがとうございました☆また来たいです^^

  • Dog&Stormy

  • 牧場の牛たち。見渡す限り牧場の敷地。

  • ガイドさん

  • ブーツやパーカー、ポーチなども貸してくれます

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Posted on: 2017/10/19
Activity Date: 2017/10/07

マンタ大学夜学部 野生のマンタ&ナイトシュノーケリングツアー <送迎可/日本語スタッフ乗船日あり>

Incredible power! 大迫力!

Reviewed by: ひろちゃん

I was extremely excited to see the manta rays coming up from the seabed to the surface. I had been told not to touch the manta rays, but they came so close that I found myself twisting my body to avoid touching them. The boat was rocking quite a bit, so I was glad I took motion sickness medication. The sunset on the way to the spot was incredibly beautiful. Also, the night sky was stunning on the return trip. I think it could be called a Manta & Sunset & Night View Tour!

マンタが海底から水面に上ってきて補色をする姿に大興奮でした。マンタに触れてはいけないと説明されていたけれどあまりにも至近距離まで近づいてきてくれていたので体をくねらせてマンタに触れない体勢でいたほどです。かなり船が揺れるので酔い止めを飲んでいて良かったと思いました。ポイントまで行く間にサンセットがもの凄く綺麗でした。また帰りの船中では夜空が美しかったです。マンタ&サンセット&夜景ツアーという名でもよいのでは笑         

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Aloha!! Hiro-chan

Thank you for participating in the manta tour. We are all very happy that you were able to experience something that is hard to come by in Japan. When you come to Oahu again, we also have tours for dolphin middle school and university, so we look forward to your next visit.

Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office Yu

Aloha!! ひろちゃん

この度はマンタツアーにご参加頂き、ありがとうございます。
日本では中々経験出来ない体験をして頂けて、スタッフ一同嬉しい限りです。
オアフ島にお越しの際はイルカ中学・大学などのツアーもございますので、またのお越しをお待ちしております。

Mahalo!!
イルカオフィス Yu

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Posted on: 2017/10/16
Activity Date: 2017/09/23

ハワイ島 ジップライン体験8本 ワールド・ボタニカル・ガーデンの中を滑走 <英語インストラクター>

First zip line 初ジップライン

Reviewed by: ディー

The staff were all cheerful and kind. It felt great to glide over the forest under the blue sky. However, the time slot I reserved was likely at maximum capacity, and we had to wait quite a bit each time we went to the new zip line. They said it would take about one to one and a half hours, but it ended up taking nearly two hours.

But since we could enjoy the scenery, I think it was still good? There was also an elderly American grandmother who was trying it for the first time, making it a zip line experience that the whole family could enjoy.

スタッフは皆さん明るく親切でした。青い空の下、森の上を滑走する感じが気持ちよかったです。ただ、予約した回が、おそらく、マックスの参加人数で、新しいジップラインに行くたびにかなり待たされました。1時間から1時間半、と言われていましたが、2時間近くかかりました。
でも、風景も楽しめたから、良かったかな?かなり年配のアメリカ人のおばあちゃまも初挑戦されていて、家族で楽しめるジップラインでした。

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Posted on: 2017/10/16
Activity Date: 2017/10/10

Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition

Sea Quest made the day AMAZING!

Reviewed by: keryl

Captain Steve was hilarious and Michael was a great assistant captain. Both Steve and Michael were entertaining and very knowledgeable about the southern part of the island of Hawaii. We saw dolphins, tons of colorful fish snorkeling, traveled to look inside sea cave and had more food than we needed! It was a truly amazing day on the ocean with Sea Quest!

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Packages: 5-hour South Kona Expedition with Lunch (3 Snorkel Stops)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2017/10/15
Activity Date: 2017/10/12

Sea Paradise 3-Hour Afternoon Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour

Great cruise and wonderful staff!

Reviewed by: KarenS

So much fun! The crew was wonderful and it was fun meeting people from all over.

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Thank you for reviewing your afternoon snorkel with us and thank you for joining us. Happy to know you enjoyed the tour. A Hui Hou!

  • Such a great ride with spectacular views

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Packages: Afternoon Snorkel Cruise
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Posted on: 2017/10/15
Activity Date: 2017/09/27

伝統ルアウ&フラ・ハワイアンショー  レジェンズ・オブ・ハワイ(ヒルトンワイコロアビレッジ)<日・火・金催行/ブッフェ夕食/飲み放題>

It was amazing! 最高でした‼︎

Reviewed by: タツヤ

I felt uplifted when I was given a lei upon entry! The all-you-can-eat and all-you-can-drink options, along with the show, were fantastic!

入場時にレイをかけてもらって、気分が上がりました!
食べ放題、飲み放題でショーも見れて最高でした‼︎

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Posted on: 2017/10/14
Activity Date: 2017/09/24

マンタ大学夜学部 野生のマンタ&ナイトシュノーケリングツアー <送迎可/日本語スタッフ乗船日あり>

It danced lightly and gracefully. ひらりひらりと舞いました

Reviewed by: ゆきぴ

I was hoping to see at least one, so I was really happy to see four! I heard that you can see even more during the summer, but one of the four danced right in front of me, spinning around multiple times, which was amazing!

一枚(1匹?1頭?)でも見れれば良いなあと思っていたので、4枚も見れて嬉しかったです!夏の間はもっとたくさんみれるそうですが、4枚のうち1枚の子が目の前でくるりくるりひらりひらりと何回転もしてくれたのがすごがった〜

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Aloha!! Yukipi

Thank you for participating in the manta tour. We are all very happy that you were able to experience something that is hard to come by in Japan. When you come to Oahu again, we also have tours for dolphin middle school and university, so we look forward to seeing you again.

Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office Yu

Aloha!! ゆきぴ

この度はマンタツアーにご参加頂き、ありがとうございます。
日本では中々経験出来ない体験をして頂けて、スタッフ一同嬉しい限りです。
オアフ島にお越しの際はイルカ中学・大学などのツアーもございますので、またのお越しをお待ちしております。

Mahalo!!
イルカオフィス Yu

  • マンタ君

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Packages: 現地集合プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加)
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Posted on: 2017/10/14
Activity Date: 2017/09/19

Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition

Cook island tour

Reviewed by: VA family

A perfect size group for this expedition. Captain Steve was knowledgeable and interesting.

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Packages: 3-hour Captain Cook Cruise (1 Snorkel Stop)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2017/10/14
Activity Date: 2017/10/11

Oceanfront Royal Kona Resort Luau Voyagers of the Pacific Show - Dinner, Drinks & Fire Knife Dance

Luau

Reviewed by: Julie

We arranged our dinner plans through Veltra for a great luau experience which was spectacular.
We came to Hawaii for our honeymoon.
Everyone at the luau were very friendly in greeting everyone and keeping us posted on the weather which ended up being nice vs pouring rain.
I hope we can come back again with our kids.

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Packages: Royal Kona Resort - Standard Luau Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2017/10/13
Activity Date: 2017/10/10

Kona 2-Stop Snorkel Tour & Premium Ocean Raft Dolphin Watch Safari with Lunch

Dolphin swim ikura

Reviewed by: Monique

Was amazing experience easily the best dolphin swim I have ever done. We got to see a bit of the coast line and the guides were very friendly we would definitely come back again

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Aloha! Thank you for having joined us. We are very glad that you have enjoyed the wonderful encounter with wild dolphins! Please come back to our tour again :) Mahalo!

  • Dolphins

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Packages: Dolphin Swim & Snorkel (No Transportation) (until 2018/03/31)
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Posted on: 2017/10/12
Activity Date: 2017/10/09

Island Breeze Luau at King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel with Show, Dinner & Drinks Included

Great time!

Reviewed by: Erin

Wonderful luau!! Would highly recommend!! Came here with my brother who was visiting and we had a blast. Mahalo!

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Posted on: 2017/10/11
Activity Date: 2017/10/08

King Kayak Hawaii - Keauhou Bay Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour

Kevin was a very Interactive, easy going, and informative guide:

Reviewed by: Jon

Kevin made the trip worthwhile. The seas were choppy, the wind was blowing, but the voyage was very worthwhile.. He took two very inexperienced kayakers and made a very safe and enjoyable trip out of it.

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Packages: Dolphin Watch Kayak & Snorkel Sea Cave Tour [4 hours]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2017/10/11
Activity Date: 2017/10/08

Island Breeze Luau at King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel with Show, Dinner & Drinks Included

Island Luau

Reviewed by: Craig Dombrowski

We liked it very much. The narratot, the history, the various outfits, the sincerity of all who performed. And yes, the food was good.

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Posted on: 2017/10/10
Activity Date: 2017/10/05

伝統ルアウ&フラ・ハワイアンショー アイランド・ブリーズ・ルアウ(キングカメハメハホテル内)<ブッフェ夕食/飲み放題/シェルレイ付>

A fun time. 楽しいひと時

Reviewed by: サッチー

I had a wonderful time. The food was also very filling! However, since I am learning hula, I participated with the image of the best hula dancers in mind, so I felt a bit unsatisfied.

楽しいひと時を過ごしました。ご飯もボリューム満点!
ただ、フラを習っているので、最高のフラダンサー達をイメージして参加してしまったので、少し物足らない感じがしてしまいました。


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Activity Date: 2017/10/03

マンタ大学夜学部 野生のマンタ&ナイトシュノーケリングツアー <送迎可/日本語スタッフ乗船日あり>

It met my expectations. 期待通りでした。

Reviewed by: Yuky

The purpose of this trip to the Big Island was to see the night manta rays and Kilauea Volcano. First, we participated in the night manta experience. It included transportation, but I received a call the day before saying, "It has been moved up earlier than scheduled." When I arrived at the designated pickup location at the hotel, a Caucasian man informed me that it had been changed to "three hours later." I thought it was an inauspicious start, but we had a fun departure with the captain, who kept cracking jokes, and a Japanese-American girl (tall and slim like Sumire) who translated into English, though her Japanese was a bit shaky. Since I had studied abroad at a university in the U.S., I found the captain's English easier to understand. As for the manta rays, they gathered in droves to feed on the plankton attracted by the powerful LED lights. It was impressive to see the mantas circling vertically and feeding on the plankton, with about three of them at a time. There were two changes to the reservation, but I believe that if the outcome is good, everything is good. The recommendation for Manta University Night Division came from a diving instructor living in Honolulu, and it was the right choice.

今回のハワイ島行きは、ナイトマンタとキラウエア火山の鑑賞が目的でした。まず、ナイトマンタに参加しました。送迎付きでしたが、前日に電話がかかってきて「予定より早くなった」とのことでした。指定された時間にホテルのピックアップ場に行ったところ、白人男性が「3時間後」になったと再度変更。幸先悪いなと思っていましたが、冗談を次々と飛ばす船長さんと、英語を通訳する、少々日本語が怪しい日系の女の子(すみれさんのように長身でスリム)で楽しく出発しました。僕は米国の大学に留学していたので、船長さんの英語の方が分かりやすかったのですが(?)。肝心のマンタですが、強力なLEDに集まるプランクトンを捕食する為にマンタが次々と集まって来ました。垂直方向にぐるぐる回りプランクトンを捕食するマンタは、一度に3枚位で圧巻でした。予約の変更は2回ありましたが、結果良ければ全て良しと思っています。マンタ大学夜学部はホノルルに住んでいるダイビングのインストラクターのお勧めでしたが、正解でした。

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Aloha Yuky,

Thank you for participating in the manta ray tour. We sincerely apologize for the repeated changes in schedule that may have caused you inconvenience. We are thrilled that you were able to experience something that is hard to come by in Japan. We also have tours such as Dolphin University and Dolphin Junior High on Oahu, and we look forward to your next participation.

Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office

Aloha!! Yuky様

この度はマンタツアーにご参加頂き、ありがとうございました。
また、度々の時間変更でお客様にご迷惑をおかけして申し訳ありませんでした。
日本では中々経験できない体験をして頂けて、スタッフ一同嬉しい限りです。
オアフ島にはイルカ大学やイルカ中学などのツアーもございますので、またのご参加を心待ちにしております。

Mahalo!!
イルカオフィス

  • マンタが出ました。

  • 2枚が一緒に!

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Posted on: 2017/10/08
Activity Date: 2017/09/17

Oceanfront Royal Kona Resort Luau Voyagers of the Pacific Show - Dinner, Drinks & Fire Knife Dance

Dinner

Reviewed by: Naomi

It was amazing, the good was great and entertainment was excellent

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Posted on: 2017/10/07
Activity Date: 2017/09/11

Kona Sunset Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay with Live Entertainment | Body Glove

Great cruise!

Reviewed by: Sarah

Crew members were great, accommodated 6 toddlers very well! Friendly and professional. Great live music and guided tour. Food was excellent and we got to see a school of dolphins swim along with us! Would recommend for sure!

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Posted on: 2017/10/06
Activity Date: 2017/10/03

伝統ルアウ&フラ・ハワイアンショー アイランド・ブリーズ・ルアウ(キングカメハメハホテル内)<ブッフェ夕食/飲み放題/シェルレイ付>

A show worth watching. 見応えのあるショー

Reviewed by: ころなり

I was able to see the dances of each island in the Pacific, learning about their similarities and differences. There were also efforts made to ensure participants enjoyed themselves, such as celebrating birthdays and cheering together.
The meals offered a considerable variety, and even taking small portions resulted in quite a large amount. As mentioned in previous experiences, the order in which you go to get food is determined by your seating, so it’s not an all-you-can-eat situation from the start time. It might have been tough waiting and getting hungry (laughs).
If you don’t have the opportunity to see traditional shows (or have never eaten traditional cuisine) during your stay, I think this is a great option.

太平洋の島々のそれぞれの踊りを見せてくれて、似たところ違うところを知ることが出来ました。参加者の誕生日を祝ったり、一緒に掛け声をかけたりなど参加者が楽しむための工夫もされています。
食事は結構な種類があり、少しずつ取ってもかなり大量になります。前の体験談にもあるように席によって食事をとりにいく順番が決まっていますので、スタート時刻から食べ放題と言う訳ではありません。待っている間におなかへってツラかったかな(笑)。
滞在中に伝統的なショーを見る機会がない(または伝統料理を食べたことがない)なら、いいとおもいます。

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Activity Date: 2017/09/28

マンタ大学夜学部 野生のマンタ&ナイトシュノーケリングツアー <送迎可/日本語スタッフ乗船日あり>

So lucky! すごくラッキー!

Reviewed by: しんろう

We were able to see as many as five manta rays, which usually don't inhabit this area! The guide was also Japanese, which made us feel very comfortable! It was great!!

通常群では生息しないマンタがなんと5匹も見られました!
ガイドの方も日本人でとても安心!
よかったです!!

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Aloha!! Shinrou,

Thank you for participating in the manta tour. We are all very happy that you were able to experience something that is hard to come by in Japan. When you come to Oahu again, we also have tours for dolphin middle school and university, so we look forward to your next visit.

Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office Yu

Aloha!! しんろう様

この度はマンタツアーにご参加頂き、ありがとうございます。
日本では中々経験出来ない体験をして頂けて、スタッフ一同嬉しい限りです。
オアフ島にお越しの際はイルカ中学・大学などのツアーもございますので、またのお越しをお待ちしております。

Mahalo!!
イルカオフィス Yu

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Posted on: 2017/10/05
Activity Date: 2017/10/02

マンタ大学夜学部 野生のマンタ&ナイトシュノーケリングツアー <送迎可/日本語スタッフ乗船日あり>

A night manta tour while watching the sunset. 夕日を見ながら、夜のマンタツアー

Reviewed by: シニアゴルファー

Setting sail on a cruiser while watching the sunset is a bit romantic. I was worried about the night sea, but with a wetsuit and a float to rest my feet, there was nothing to worry about. I was wondering if we would actually see a manta ray, but one appeared right away, and by the end, there were five. It was an experience like no other, with a large mouth open in front of me, showing its belly and doing flips.

夕日を見ながらクルーザーでの出航ちょっとロマンチックです。夜の海は心配でしたが、ウェットスーツと足を乗せる浮きがあり心配する事もなかったです。肝心のマンタ果たしてくるのか?と思っていましたが、直ぐに1枚現れ、最後には5枚が。目の前を大きな口を開け、腹を見せて宙返り、2度と経験できないような体験でした。

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Aloha Senior Golfer,
I'm glad you enjoyed the dynamic flips of the manta rays at a leisurely pace! Manta rays are a must-see for those who may not be confident swimmers, as they can be enjoyed by everyone.
Mahalo

Aloha シニアゴルファー様
ゆっくりながらもダイナミックに翻るマンタの宙返り、堪能していただけて嬉しいです!
マンタは泳げない人でも楽しんでいただけるので泳ぎの苦手な方必見ですよ。
Mahalo

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Posted on: 2017/10/04
Activity Date: 2017/10/01

ハワイ島 乗馬ツアー コハラ・コーストの牧場をゆったり乗馬! <午前・午後/英語ガイド>by ナアラパ・ステーブルズ

First canter experience. 初めての駈歩体験

Reviewed by: まるみ

We signed up for the 2.5-hour course for four family members. We gathered at 8:30 and arrived at the meeting point on time, but since the group for the 1.5-hour course, which was scheduled for 9:30, arrived before 9:00, we ended up starting with them and had to wait for nearly an hour after we were ready... During that time, there was no explanation given.

After being taught how to handle the horses, we set off. We all climbed up the highlands together. The weather was nice, and the views were great. We walked briskly several times, and about an hour passed.

As mentioned in other people's posts, we were wondering if we would also be on the 1.5-hour course, but along the way, we were told, "They go Long Course," and we took a different route. The other group descended and went back.

We continued to climb higher into the highlands and experienced a canter for the first time. It was for a short time, but it was an incredible speed and vibration, and I clung on desperately to avoid falling off the horse, making it a valuable experience.

After that, we arrived at a scenic viewpoint. We took photos with Maui Island in the background, with mountains and the sea, before descending. The actual riding time was about 2 hours and 15 minutes.

I think it would be less confusing if the 1.5-hour course was labeled as the "Standard Course" and the 2.5-hour course as the "Long Course." The horseback riding itself was five stars due to the perfect weather and location, but the local staff's response was somewhat lacking, so I give it four stars.

2.5時間コースに家族4人で申し込みました。
8時半集合で時間通りに集合場所に行きましたが、9時半集合の1.5時間コースのグループが9時前に到着したために、結局その人達と一緒にスタートすることになり、準備が出来てから1時間近く待たされることに…
その間なんの説明もありませんでした。
馬の扱い方を教えてもらって出発。皆で高原をどんどん登って行きます。
天気も良く、見晴らしも良好。途中何度か速歩をしながら1時間ほどがすぎました。
他の人の投稿にもあるように、自分たちも1.5時間コースになるのかなぁと思っていましたが、途中で「They go Long Course」と言われ自分たちは別のルートへ。他のグループは下山し帰っていきました。
更に高原を登って行き、途中で初めての駈歩を体験。少しの時間でしたが、すごい速さと振動に馬から落ちないよう必死にしがみつきましたが貴重な体験となりました。
その後絶景ポイントに到着。マウイ島が見晴らせる場所で山と海をバックに写真撮影をし下山となりました。
正味の乗馬時間は2時間15分程。
1.5時間コースは「標準コース」2.5時間コースは「ロングコース」とした方が誤解がないのではと思います。
乗馬自体は最高の天気、ロケーションで星5つですが、現地の人の対応がいまいちなので星4つです。

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Posted on: 2017/10/03
Activity Date: 2017/08/10

ケアウホウ湾シーカヤック&シュノーケルツアー 海中洞窟探検プランあり <早朝・午前/日本語ガイド>by キング・カヤック・ハワイ

A kayaking adventure in the Pacific Ocean and a luxurious experience of having Keauhou Bay all to yourself!! 太平洋に繰り出すカヤックアドベンチャーとケアウホウ湾独り占めの贅沢体験!!

Reviewed by: 浜のピアノおやじ

"Riding out into the bay" means we're already in the Pacific Ocean! While I was wondering if it was really okay, under the excellent guidance of our guide, we smoothly paddled the kayak and successfully tackled the challenge of exploring the caves. After the kayak tour, we returned to Keauhou Bay for snorkeling. I lost track of time as I became completely absorbed in snorkeling with the many fish swimming among the corals. If you look closely, there are people along the shore of Keauhou Bay, but in the middle of the bay, it was just the two of us, which made for an incredibly luxurious activity that left us very satisfied.

「湾の外に乗り出す」って、もうそこは太平洋!本当に大丈夫かななんて思いながらも、ガイドさんの見事な指導のもと、悠然とカヤックを進め、洞窟へのチャレンジも見事にこなしました。カヤックツアーの後はケアウホウ湾に戻ってシュノーケリング。サンゴの間に泳いでいるたくさんの魚と一緒に時間のたつのも忘れてシュノーケルに夢中になっていました。よく見ると、ケアウホウ湾の岸辺には人がいますが、ワンの真ん中はうちの夫婦二人の独占で、なんとも贅沢なアクティビティに大満足でした。

  • 悠然と太平洋へ繰り出す!タンデムで息もピッタリ!

  • ケアウホウ湾独り占めのシュノーケリング!ウーーッ、何と贅沢な時間!

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Posted on: 2017/10/03
Activity Date: 2017/09/04

Kona Glassbottom Boat & Guided Coral Reef Tour with Marine Naturalist

Great Day on the Ocean Harbour

Reviewed by: Good

Very exciting to see the dolphins on our outing as well as the tropical fish below. The guide was very knowledgeable and provided lots of info on what we were seeing! Excellent outing.

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Thank you so much for your nice review. Glad you enjoyed the tour.
Mahalo!
Jeannie

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Posted on: 2017/10/02
Activity Date: 2017/09/25

ケアウホウ湾シーカヤック&シュノーケルツアー 海中洞窟探検プランあり <早朝・午前/日本語ガイド>by キング・カヤック・ハワイ

It might be unavoidable due to the weather. 天候のせいなので仕方ないかも

Reviewed by: Y.I

It felt like a private tour since it was just the two of us. Our guide, Kevin, was very kind and great. However, the weather was not ideal, and it was disappointing that we couldn't enter the sea caves during the tour due to the rough waves. We also didn't see any dolphins... well, it can't be helped; it's due to the weather.

私達夫婦だけだったのでプライベートツアーみたいでした。
ガイドのケビンさんはとても親切で良かったです。
ただ、天候がイマイチで、波が荒く海中洞窟ツアーだったのに、入れなかったのが残念でした。
イルカも見えなかったし・・まあ、仕方ないですね、天候のせいですから。

  • 入り口だけで入れず・・

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マンタ大学夜学部 野生のマンタ&ナイトシュノーケリングツアー <送迎可/日本語スタッフ乗船日あり>

It's essential to have measures against seasickness. 船酔い対策が必須

Reviewed by: シーシック

I was able to see manta rays, and I was moved by that, but I suffered from seasickness. After we arrived at the point, it would have been better if they had let us into the water as soon as possible, but we had to wait for quite a while with the boat stopped, and during that time, many people started to feel unwell.

マンタは見られたし、それについては感動もしたけれど、とにかく船酔いで悩まされました。ポイントについた後、できるだけ早く海に入らせてくれればいいものを、船が止まった状態でかなりの時間待たなければならず、その間に気分が悪くなる人続出。

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ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Manta University. We sincerely apologize for the issue with seasickness. There may be times when we need to ask customers to wait a bit due to communication with other boats, but we will strive to ensure that you can get into the water as quickly as possible in the future. Thank you for your valuable feedback, MAHALO!!

ALOHA!! この度はマンタ大学にご参加いただきありがとうございました。船酔いの件、大変申し訳御座いませんでした。他の船との連絡などでお客様に少し待っていただかなければいけない場合もございますが、今後は出来る限り早くお客様に海に入っていただけるようスタッフ一同精進致します。 貴重なご意見をありがとうございました、MAHALO!!

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Activity Date: 2017/09/21

マンタ大学夜学部 野生のマンタ&ナイトシュノーケリングツアー <送迎可/日本語スタッフ乗船日あり>

A wonderful manta. 素敵なマンタ

Reviewed by: ともこ

The manta rays were swimming really close by, and it was wonderful. I know they don't eat people, but it felt a bit scary, like they could. Haha.

マンタが本当にスレスレの所で泳いでいて、素敵でした。
食べないのは分かっていますが、食べられそうな感じがしてちょっと怖かったですけど。笑。

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ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Manta University! We are glad you were able to enjoy the powerful manta rays up close. Please come visit us again, MAHALO!!

ALOHA!! この度はマンタ大学にご参加いただきありがとうございました!大迫力のマンタを間近でお楽しみ頂けて幸いです。また是非遊びにいらしてくださいね、MAHALO!!

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Packages: コナ地区送迎プラン
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Posted on: 2017/10/01
Activity Date: 2017/09/29

ケアウホウ湾シーカヤック&シュノーケルツアー 海中洞窟探検プランあり <早朝・午前/日本語ガイド>by キング・カヤック・ハワイ

My first sea kayaking! 初めてのシーカヤック!

Reviewed by: Kay

Paddling through the vast ocean in a sea kayak was a bit intimidating at first, but once I got on, the sea, the waves, and the refreshing breeze felt absolutely wonderful. The scenery on the Big Island of Hawaii is stunning, and as I moved forward in front of the gentle slopes of Mauna Loa, it became the best experience to float in the ocean with such magnificent nature before my eyes.

大海原をシーカヤックで進む・・というのはちょっと恐怖を覚えましたが、いざ乗ってみると海と波と気持ちよい風がとっても気持ちよかったです。ハワイ島は景色が最高で、マウナロアのなだらかな斜面を前にして前進していきます。あんな大きな自然を目の前に海に漂うのは最高の経験となります。

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Posted on: 2017/09/28
Activity Date: 2017/09/22
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